The Mystery Archive Men Short is your chance to own our discontinued, top-selling Boundless Shorts. Pick your size, and we'll ship you a surprise colorway from our archive—each one built with the same premium performance that made them a bestseller.
What Made Them Legendary
Naturally anti-odor & quick-drying coconut fibers
Secure storage: 2 deep front pockets + 2 hidden zip pockets
Buttery-soft 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement
Water-resistant fabric perfect for swimming & sweating
Anti-chafe design that holds shape through 100+ wears
Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low. Don't bleach, iron or dry clean.
The Mystery
Choose your size and let us surprise you with a colorway from our archive. All sales final on mystery items.
Extremely Comfortable
Final Sale
A Piece of Our History
The Mystery Archive Men Short is your chance to own our discontinued, top-selling Boundless Shorts. Pick your size, and we'll ship you a surprise colorway from our archive—each one built with the same premium performance that made them a bestseller.
What Made Them Legendary
Naturally anti-odor & quick-drying coconut fibers
Secure storage: 2 deep front pockets + 2 hidden zip pockets
Buttery-soft 4-way stretch for unrestricted movement
Water-resistant fabric perfect for swimming & sweating
Anti-chafe design that holds shape through 100+ wears
Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low. Don't bleach, iron or dry clean.
The Mystery
Choose your size and let us surprise you with a colorway from our archive. All sales final on mystery items.
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Buttery-Soft
Extra Stretchy
Lightweight
Sustainably made
Zipper Pocket
Shorts thatkeep up.
Quick-drying, ultra-light, and made to move—whether you're hitting the gym, hopping on a flight, or jumping in the ocean, these shorts are always the right choice.
Maximum Versatility
From workouts to weekends, swimming to lounging—these shorts do it all. Lightweight, water-friendly, and ultra-stretchy, they’re built for whatever’s next.
Unreal Comfort
Made with buttery-soft, breathable fabric and a no-bunch boxer-fit liner (or none at all), they move with you and feel like nothing’s there
Travel-Ready Performance
Moisture-wicking, quick-drying, and odor-resistant with CocoTex® technology, so you stay fresh and comfortable no matter where the day takes you.
You'll only take them off onlaundry day.
Meet the end-all, be-all versatile short that carries you from door-to-door, no questions asked.
Everyday Shorts and swim trunks all-in-one.
Designed for land and sea, the Boundless Short features water-resistant, fast-drying fabric that repels moisture and dries in record time—so you’re never stuck in wet, clingy trunks again.
5-inch and 7-inchinseam options.
Be a thigh guy, or less of a thigh guy. You’ll be comfortable either way.
A brand bornfrom travel.
We’re Mariah & Tray—two travelers who met while studying abroad in Thailand. The more we traveled, the more packing felt like a compromise. Gym clothes were built to sweat in, not to live in. Loungewear felt sloppy. Everyday clothes felt stiff the second we moved.
So we built Bamboo Ave and pioneered Travel Leisure—versatile, insanely comfortable gear made for movement, adventure, and the in-between moments that make every day better.
Now, tens of thousands wear Bamboo Ave to travel better, move freer, and stay ready for whatever’s next.
BOUNDLESS BY DESIGN
BOUNDLESS BY DESIGN
Our Top Picks
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 146 reviews.
Great shorts. Very comfortable in warm weather. If you order from the grab bag expect the colors that don’t sell well
Store owner replied:
That’s the fun of going mystery. Colors come from past inventory, so it’s always a bit of a wildcard.
I love their product. I normally get the lined shirts, but in this mystery bag I got without the liner. I was very happy with the product. They are my favorite for everyday wear.
Store owner replied:
That’s the beauty of a mystery pick!
Misleading photos. These shorts are way linger and baggier then it looks on the photo. Sadly from all the colors i also got the only one i was not very excited about. Too lazy to return a $17 pair of shorts, but thought i would warn anyone looking for something short and tight.
Store owner replied:
We hear you, and sorry this one missed the mark. Our Mystery Items are a bit of a roll of the dice, with color, inseam, and liner varying based on available inventory. We appreciate you sharing your feedback on the fit and photos.
One of the only brands that elicits loyalty out of me
Store owner replied:
We’re working on restocks! What colors are you craving next? 🎨
Can’t stop wearing these shorts from Bamboo Ave. Extremely comfortable. Have worn them while rucking, paddle boarding, working out, and lounging around. Love them so much I had to buy two more pair and didnt care what the color or cut was. The 7” inseam is great but the 5” is just as nice. Right after my first purchase and before the order arrived I looked at reviews about the sizing being off, immediately I thought I might have made a bad purchase. The sizing is perfect! NO ISSUES HERE…great product, wonderful active outerwear for all kinds of activities! Highly recommend.
Store owner replied:
Quality that speaks for itself 🙌🏽
I love the mystery boundless shorts I received! In fact, it was the exact short I was planning on buying next, but I was lucky enough to get it through the mystery selection!
Store owner replied:
That’s some mystery magic right there ✨ Lucky pull, and glad it was the exact pair you had your eye on!
I can’t help myself and HAVE to roll the dice on some mystery boxes from time to time. It’s not much of a gamble though because I know I’m going to get a quality product! Thanks bamboo ave!
Store owner replied:
Glad the fit’s working for you! We’ve reached out via email to help sort the rest. Hoping to get it resolved soon.
These shorts are great! Total upgrade from what I’ve been wearing and so grateful that the mystery shorts have blessed me with two great colors. Now to keep an eye out for the elusive xs black shorts
Store owner replied:
Built to last and made to move—sounds like you and your shorts are in it for the long haul. Thanks for rocking Bamboo Ave, Michael!
Store owner replied:
Shorts goals achieved 🙌🏽 Thanks for the love!
Great short, especially for a mystery. For the price I paid yo can’t get this quality of versatile short anywhere. I really love the use of coconut in the product.
Store owner replied:
That’s what we love to hear—comfort unlocked!
Shorts are comfy as advertised. (They felt better after a wash). The mystery short was not a color I wanted and of course did not have a lining. Otherwise good.
Store owner replied:
Four times a week? Sounds like they’ve officially become your go-to pair!
Very comfortable, great fit. On par with Vuori and Birddogs in terms of quality. They cling a little when wet but great for all day use going in and out of the water. I’ll get more.
Store owner replied:
Stoked to hear they’re keeping up with the big names 🤙🏽 Perfect sidekick for water + land adventures!
Got two pairs of the velocity shorts this time (one white and one navy blue) I LOVE THEM. Might go for round 3 here today. Im just So impressed with the quality of these and for the price, It Is Worth The Gamble! Don’t miss out!
Store owner replied:
Glad you’re loving the softness and comfort! ✂️ Sounds like a 29” inseam would be a game-changer — we’ll keep that in mind for the future.
Great quality shorts, they fit well and look really good!
You can do anything in them from lounging to a day on the town or at the lake.
Store owner replied:
These shorts don’t clock out!
Love these shorts. Really great fit. Stretches just the right amount for comfortability. They look great. I get comments on the all the time.
Love that they are made from BamBoo.
Store owner replied:
So happy these shorts are fitting perfectly and turning heads — all while keeping it comfy and sustainable. Thanks for repping Bamboo Ave! 😎
Great fit. Love the breathable material and stretch to the fabric. True to size. Woild definitely buy again.
